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Rarerigs
The correct spelling is rigs.
How to pronounce rigs
noun
IPA: /ɹɪɡz/
Say it like: Rig-s
The correct spelling is rigs. The rigging of a sailing ship or other such craft. For example: "The climbers each had a different rig for climbing that particular rockface."
Usage Examples
“The climbers each had a different rig for climbing that particular rockface.”
“Every rig at the truckstop had custom-made mud-flaps.”
“My sister and I always made our own rigs for Halloween.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The rigging of a sailing ship or other such craft.
- 2.Special equipment or gear used for a particular purpose.
- 3.A large truck such as a semi-tractor.
- 4.The special apparatus used for drilling wells.
- 5.A costume or an outfit.
verb
- 1.To fit out with a harness or other equipment.
- 2.To equip and fit (a ship) with sails, shrouds, and yards.
- 3.To dress or clothe in some costume.
- 4.To make or construct something in haste or in a makeshift manner.
- 5.To manipulate something dishonestly for personal gain or discriminatory purposes.
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